Access & surroundings
At the heart of a land of nature and heritage
Le Logis de l'Épinière enjoys a peaceful yet central setting in the heart of Romanesque Saintonge, on the edge of the Boutonne marshes. Easily accessible, the estate is just 10 km from the A10 motorway exit at Saint-Jean-d'Angély, within the triangle formed by Saintes, Rochefort and Saint-Jean-d'Angély.
This privileged location allows you to reach the main cultural and historical centres of Charente-Maritime quickly, while staying in a calm, preserved natural environment. Character villages, the banks of the Charente, bocage landscapes and marshes offer, right on your doorstep, many options for walks and cycle rides starting from the estate.
Within an hour, the Atlantic coast and the Marais Poitevin unfold complementary landscapes: fine sandy beaches, oyster ports and maritime horizons on one side, a vast network of canals and meadows on the other. The region's emblematic islands — Île d'Aix, Île de Ré and Île d'Oléron — complete these getaways, between nature, heritage and ocean.
Le Logis de l'Épinière is thus an ideal base for exploring the diversity of landscapes and heritage in the region, without long journeys, in a setting conducive to discovery and relaxation alike.
Discover the region in video
Marshland, the Charente river, stone villages and the Atlantic coast: let the landscapes around the Logis carry you away.
Geographic location
10 km from the A10 motorway exit – Saint-Jean-d'Angély
In the triangle Saintes – Rochefort – Saint-Jean-d'Angély
On the edge of the Boutonne marshes, in a calm and preserved natural environment
In the heart of Romanesque Saintonge, close to Les Lapidiales
35 min from the sea (Fouras), 40 min from the embarkation point for Île d'Aix, 55 min from Île de Ré, 1 hour from Île d'Oléron
Many nature walks and cycling routes starting from the estate
Our Location
Logis de l'Épinière is located in Les Nouillers, in Charente-Maritime, in the heart of Romanesque Saintonge.
1 rue de l'Épinière, 17380 Les Nouillers, France
Shops & food
Tonnay-Boutonne (3 km from the Logis)
- Pharmacy: at the village exit, on the left
- Bakery: on the village square
- Butcher: in the village centre
- Newsagent & tobacco: opposite the bakery
- Coop convenience store: well stocked, next to the pharmacy, at the village exit
- Bank: Crédit Agricole with cash machine, on the town hall square
Saint-Jean-d'Angély (15 km)
- Supermarkets: Leclerc, Intermarché, Lidl
Saint-Savinien (10 km)
- Charming village on the banks of the Charente
- Super U and many local shops
Markets
- Friday: small market in Tonnay-Boutonne
- Wednesday & Saturday: Saint-Jean-d'Angély
- Tuesday & Saturday: Saint-Savinien
- Saturday +++: Rochefort – One of France's finest markets (also Tuesday & Thursday)
- Saturday +++: Saintes (also Wednesday)
Getting around & walks
From Le Logis de l'Épinière, getting around follows the natural rhythm of the countryside. The estate is an ideal starting point for walks and cycle rides in a calm, preserved environment.
The Boutonne marshes, bocage paths and banks of the Charente offer many routes, accessible directly or just a few minutes away, through open landscapes, character villages and unspoilt nature. These routes suit both gentle strolls and more active outings.
Cycling enthusiasts will appreciate the gentle relief and variety of routes linking villages, river ports and heritage sites. The proximity of the Charente also allows for lovely escapes by the water, ideal for contemplation and discovery alike.
Ideas for day trips
Le Logis de l'Épinière makes it easy to plan day trips without long journeys, in a territory shaped by water, stone and open landscapes.
Right on your doorstep, the villages of Saint-Savinien, Taillebourg or Port-d'Envaux offer lovely walks along the Charente, between quays, heritage and waterside terraces. These villages are ideal stops for a peaceful discovery of the area.
The towns of Saintes, Rochefort and La Rochelle offer rich cultural visits, blending ancient remains, remarkable architecture and museums, as well as a varied gastronomic scene.
In under an hour, the Marais Poitevin reveals another side of the region. This vast natural area, nicknamed the "Green Venice", can be explored on the water by boat or canoe, or by bike along its canals and meadows. A getaway particularly appreciated for its calm and gentle character.
The Atlantic coast and the islands of Aix, Ré and Oléron complete these escapes, with fine sandy beaches, oyster ports and emblematic maritime landscapes.
Restaurants nearby
Refined restaurant on the Charente quayside, modern gastronomic cuisine in an elegant setting – 23 quai Claude Quessot, Saint-Savinien
Italian caterer and restaurant. Italian cuisine and house specialities in a warm setting.
On the market square, large selection of tapas (9 to 10 options) – 4 Place du Marché
Place du Pilori, under the trees – simple, quality cuisine, meat specialities – 6 Rue Gambetta
Fine dining in the remarkable setting of the Royal Abbey – 5 rue de l'Abbaye
Delicious pizzas – 39 Rue Gambetta
Charming inn on the banks of the Charente, traditional French cuisine & terrace among the wisteria – 4 Quai des Gabariers, 17350 Taillebourg
Excellent dining
For a drink, lunch or dinner in the courtyard of the Échevinage museum. Relaxed atmosphere and good Spanish cuisine
Refined gastronomic cuisine
89 avenue Gambetta
Terrace on Châtelaillon beach
On the beach
8 avenue de la Falaise – fine dining yet accessible, headed by chef Pierre Gagnaire
17 rue des Dames
Wine bar & kitchen: bistro vibe & tapas
Seafood and fish, terrace facing the ocean, one of the affordable addresses of renowned 3-star chef Christopher Coutanceau – 5 Allée du Mail, 17000 La Rochelle
1 rue de la Chaîne, facing the towers
On La Rochelle harbour
Oyster tastings and seafood platters
More gastronomic option, at the end of the port
On the port – Esplanade du port
Simple, quality gastronomic cuisine – 5 place de la République, Le Château
Excellent pizzas – 90 rue de la République
Fish dishes from Cotinière port, on the channel before the port
Terrace facing the beach – 10 boulevard Félix Faure